Crystle Stewart Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, Siblings, Parents, Husband, Children, Movies, Awards

Crystle Danae Stewart Sebrechts, known professionally as Crystle Stewart, is an American actress, model, and beauty pageant titleholder, best known for her role as Leslie Morris in the TBS/OWN series For Better or Worse (2011–2017) and for winning Miss USA 2008.

As the second African American to claim the Miss Texas USA title, she represented the United States at Miss Universe 2008, placing in the top 10.

Stewart’s career spans acting in Tyler Perry productions, hosting pageants, and serving as the national director of Miss USA and Miss Teen USA (2020–2023), leaving a significant mark on entertainment and pageantry.

Profile

• Full Name: Crystle Danae Stewart Sebrechts
• Stage Name: Crystle Stewart
• Born: 20 September 1981
• Age: 43 years old
• Birthplace: Houston, Texas, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actress, Model, Beauty Pageant Titleholder, Host
• Height: 1.73m
• Parents: Robert Stewart III and Cynthia Diane Franklin
• Siblings: Breana Renee Stewart, Robert Stewart IV
• Spouse: Max Sebrechts (m. 2014)
• Children: Anne-Jolie Sebrechts, Max Jr. Sebrechts
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 million

Early Life and Education

Crystle Danae Stewart was born on September 20, 1981, in Houston, Texas, to Robert Stewart III and Cynthia Diane Franklin. She grew up with two siblings, Breana Renee and Robert Stewart IV, in a supportive family environment.

Stewart graduated from Elkins High School in Missouri City, Texas, and earned a bachelor’s degree in consumer science and merchandising from the University of Houston in 2007.

She also trained at Barbizon Modeling and Acting School in Houston, honing her skills for a career in modeling and performance. She is of African American descent; her religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Crystle Stewart began her career in modeling and pageantry, competing in the Miss Texas USA pageant from 2002 to 2008. After placing in the semi-finals in 2003, third runner-up in 2005, and first runner-up in 2006 and 2007, she won the title in 2008 as Miss Fort Bend County, becoming the second African American to do so.

Her victory led to her crowning as Miss USA 2008, the ninth Texan to win, and she placed in the top 10 at Miss Universe 2008 in Vietnam, despite a notable stumble during the evening gown competition.

During her reign, she worked with charities, attended high-profile events like the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, and modeled for the Neal Hamil Agency.

Stewart transitioned into acting in 2011, debuting with a guest role as Vanessa in House of Payne. That same year, she landed a starring role as Leslie Morris in Tyler Perry’s For Better or Worse (2011–2017), appearing in 162 episodes.

Her film credits include Good Deeds (2012) as a secretary, Acrimony (2018) as Diana Wells, and a lead role as Mallory Bellaire in Netflix’s Beauty in Black (2024–2025), portraying a businesswoman navigating personal and professional challenges.

She also appeared in Too Close to Home (2017) as Frankie and guest-starred in The Exes (2014). Beyond acting, Stewart hosted the Miss Teen USA pageants in 2009 and 2010 and served as a judge at Miss USA 2016.

From 2020 to 2023, Stewart was the national director of Miss USA and Miss Teen USA, the first African American woman in the role, splitting the pageants from the Miss Universe Organization.

Her tenure faced controversy over allegations of favoritism and rigging at Miss USA 2022, leading to her suspension, though an investigation cleared her of rigging claims.

She stepped down in August 2023 due to disagreements. Stewart continues to influence through her acting and her company, Miss Brand Corporation, while advocating for empowerment and diversity in pageantry.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @crystledstewart
• Facebook Handle: Crystle Stewart
• Twitter Handle: @OfficialCrystle

Personal Life

Crystle Stewart married Belgian model Max Sebrechts on August 9, 2014, at St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church in Houston. They have two children: a daughter, Anne-Jolie (born 2017), and a son, Max Jr. The couple has expressed a desire for twins in the future.

Filmography

• House of Payne (2011) – Vanessa
• For Better or Worse (2011–2017) – Leslie Morris
• Good Deeds (2012) – Secretary
• The Exes (2014) – Donna
• Too Close to Home (2017) – Frankie
• Acrimony (2018) – Diana Wells
• Beauty in Black (2024–2025) – Mallory Bellaire

Net Worth

Crystle Stewart has an estimated net worth of $3 million. Her wealth primarily derives from her acting roles in For Better or Worse, Acrimony, and Beauty in Black, alongside past modeling contracts with the Neal Hamil Agency and pageant-related endorsements.